I don't reload, but with upcoming election, should I buy a set-up?

Ammo always seems to be harder and costlier so reloading regardless of the election isn't a bad idea.

Buy a setup, don't worry about the ridicule, you'll have the last laugh.

I have been pleased with my Rock Chucker Supreme single stage kit for rifle reloading. If i were going to do any volume on pistol i would get a progressive but since i shoot infrequently and just like to make things the single stage has been great for me. You are right though if ammunition ever goes up exponentially being able to reload the same case over and over will be nice. For around $400-500 you should be able to get all the equipment and tools you need to be set up for a few calibers. I bought a lyman universal case trimmer and a decent pair of digital calipers in addition to the RCBS kit.